1965 Citroen Ak 350 vs. 1985 Renault 25
To start off, 1985 Renault 25 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Citroen Ak 350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Citroen Ak 350 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Renault 25 (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1965 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Renault 25 should accelerate faster than 1965 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Renault 25 weights approximately 550 kg more than 1965 Citroen Ak 350. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1985 Renault 25 (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1985 Renault 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Citroen Ak 350.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Citroen Ak 350 | 1985 Renault 25 | |
Make | Citroen | Renault |
Model | Ak 350 | 25 |
Year Released | 1965 | 1985 |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 22 HP | 107 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 41 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 605 kg | 1155 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 34 L |